equations

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What is an equation?

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An equation is a mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions, typically containing variables.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2C

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What does it mean to solve an equation?

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To solve an equation means to find the value(s) of the variable(s) that make the equation true.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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Solve for x: 23 = x + 7

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x = 16

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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Solve for c: c/9 = 8

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c = 72

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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Solve for t: t - 7 = 2

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t = 9

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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Solve for m: m - 14 = 32

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m = 46

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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Solve for x: x - 12 = 13

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x = 25

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is a variable in an equation?

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A variable is a symbol, often a letter, that represents an unknown value in an equation.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What is the purpose of the equal sign in an equation?

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The equal sign (=) indicates that the expressions on both sides of it are equal in value.

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What is a solution set?

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A solution set is the set of all values that satisfy a given equation.